Description
XP-22
The new design uses double-shielded low noise toroidal transformers in external supply
The new design uses double-shielded low noise toroidal transformers in an external supply connected via aviation-grade circular connectors using silver over oxygen-free copper. The power supply is dual mono with two transformers with lower radiated and mechanical noise. Noise is the most prominent part of THD+N at low levels, so by lowering noise we get better resolution and dynamics.
The gain circuitry continues to use our favorite transistors from Toshiba but has a larger, higher biased, output stage like the Xs Preamp, and includes auto bias.
The larger output stage makes longer, and multiple cable runs easier to drive and gives us the advantage of simplifying our single-ended output circuitry while increasing performance.
The volume control is a single stage instead of two stages and has more range; it is quieter and more accurate. This is the same volume control as used in the XP-30.
Overall this makes for a quieter, more neutral, musical, and versatile control center for your system.
The XP-22 measures spectacularly well — but it really stands out sonically.
Awards & Reviews
Audio Art magazine #369
Stereophile’s Editor’s Choice Award – 2019
Stereophile
Stereophile’s Amplification Product of the year – 2019
Stereophile
“For those who listen with their ears and not their brain, perfectionist hi-fi offers many surprises.”
Stereophile / Jim Austin
Pass Labs XP22, review de Francisco del Pozo
XP-22 Review
Technical Specifications
| Overall Gain | 9.3dB Balanced |
| Remote | yes |
| Inputs | 5 |
| Outputs | 2 |
| Input Impedance | 22K Ohms |
| Power Consumption | 40 watts |
| Number of chassis | 2 |
| Dimensions, Each Chassis | 17”W x 12”D x 4”H |
| Weight (LBS) | 40 |
Line Preamps
The Pass Laboratories XP-10, XP-20 and XP-30 preamplifiers are the natural descendants to the long lived, highly acclaimed and successful X series of Pass Laboratories line-stages.
Dynamic sound
The XP preamplifiers sound more dynamic, bass lines are more clearly, cleanly and accurately delineated
Clear bass lines
cleanly and accurately delineated
Fine nuances and detail
instruments and voice are presented in a greatly refined spatial envelope and with better spectral balance.
Reviews
Payment & Security
Payment methods
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
Security
